For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,949 students in West Fargo, ND.
The top-ranked public high schools in West Fargo, ND are West Fargo High School and West Fargo Sheyenne High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Fargo, ND public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the North Dakota public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in West Fargo have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public high schools.
West Fargo, ND public high school have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is more than the North Dakota average of 79%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Fargo Sheyenne High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Dakota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Dakota public high school average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in West Fargo, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Fargo High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 9th St E
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2050
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,380 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
West Fargo Sheyenne High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 40th Ave E
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2160
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2160
Gr: 9-12 | 1,400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
311 1st Avenue East
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2008
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2008
Gr: 9-12 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
207 Main Ave W
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2000
West Fargo, ND 58078
(701) 356-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 116 students Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in West Fargo, ND?
The top-ranked public high schools in West Fargo, ND include West Fargo High School and West Fargo Sheyenne High School.
How many public high schools are located in West Fargo?
4 public high schools are located in West Fargo.
What is the racial composition of students in West Fargo?
West Fargo public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Dakota public high schools average of 29% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in West Fargo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in West Fargo include: West Fargo High School vs. West Fargo Sheyenne High School, West Fargo Sheyenne High School vs. West Fargo High School
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